Master Electrician

Gaston County Public Works supports County operations and internal departments by providing safe, clean, and well-maintained facilities, vehicles, and services.  We deliver responsive, cost-effective, and customer-focused solutions through teamwork, planning, and innovation – using current technology and sustainable practices to meet today’s needs and build a stronger, more resilient future.The anticipated hiring range for this position is $24.71 - $29.34.

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.

• Designs, installs, maintains, evaluates and repairs electrical systems, circuits, and equipment at all County facilities. 
  
  
• Preventative maintenance and periodic inspection of electrical equipment before breakdown occurrs. Advise management of hazardous equipment and as needed install new electrical equipment. 
  
  
• Coordinates with local utility owners (Duke Power, REA, City of Gastonia, etc.) as needed for project planning and execution for projects/needs of all types and sizes. 
  
  
• Develop and prioritize work assignments through a computer maintenance management software program. Requisition and purchase necessary equipment and materials; maintain accurate records of time and materials. 
  
  
• Repairs/ installs fixtures, outlets, and switches and makes wire connections inside walls or concealed areas. Replace items such as circuit breakers, fuses, switches, electrical and electronic components or wires. Check operations of generators, switch gear and UPS to ensure operation of backup units. 
  
  
• Ability to interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, specifications, and single line drawings to plan wiring layouts for repairs, new construction, and renovations. Secure necessary permits to ensure all work meets local, state, and national electrical codes. 
  
  
• Work with engineers, engineering technicians and contractors when working with complex electronic devices for location of electrical wiring, circuits, outlets, load centers and other equipment for installation or repair. 
  
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

• High School Diploma or GED
•  5 years of progressive experience in the construction or repair of secondary electrical systems
• North Carolina Limited/Unlimited Electrical License

The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.